Yahoo Sports
Advertisement
Advertisement
- KRDO Colorado Springs
Panthers to attack with McCaffrey, not worry about injuries
The Carolina Panthers aren’t planning to change their approach with Christian McCaffrey, even though the star running back has missed 23 of the last 33 regular-season games due to injuries. It’s full speed ahead when it comes to McCaffrey this season. Panthers coach Matt Rhule says he’s not going to worry about McCaffrey getting hurt again, saying “we are thinking about Christian in one way only, and that’s attack.
Advertisement
Advertisement
$500 Prize
Cowboys at Broncos, who wins?
Rams at Chargers, who wins?
Will Kenny Pickett throw a TD pass Sat. vs. the Seahawks?
Cubs vs. Reds, who wins the Field of Dreams game?
Will Joey Votto homer in the Field of Dreams game Thursday?
Yankees at Red Sox, who wins Sunday Night Baseball?
How many Ks for Jacob deGrom vs. PHI this weekend?
Chelsea vs. Spurs, who wins?
Will Raheem Sterling or Harry Kane score a goal in CHE/TOT?
Carolina Draft Picks
Ikem
Ekwonu
1
Rnd
6
Pk
OT
Position
- Draft Grade: B-
- Pre-Draft Rank: 2
- School: N.C. State
- Height: 6' 4"
- Weight: 320
Eric Edholm's Commentary
The Charlotte native will save on moving costs. And the Panthers clearly made the smart move here, taking OL help over reaching for a QB. Ekwonu’s pass protection, despite taking a jump in 2021, remains unrefined. But his upside is very high, starting with his pile-driving run blocking. He’s also a smart, charismatic young man with a great work ethic.
Matt
Corral
3
Rnd
31
Pk
QB
Position
- Draft Grade: B-
- Pre-Draft Rank: 43
- School: Mississippi
- Height: 6' 2"
- Weight: 205
Eric Edholm's Commentary
The Panthers moved up for a quarterback as speculation of a Baker Mayfield trade teetering started to surface. The Panthers might still make a deal for a veteran, as Corral can't be counted on to beat out Sam Darnold early on. But there are redeeming qualities to Corral's skills, both as a runner and thrower, if he can keep maturing and remain grounded. Then again, he could be the next Will Greer. A boom/bust pick, but it's late in Round 3. Carolina was willing to take the risk here.
Brandon
Smith
4
Rnd
15
Pk
LB
Position
- Pre-Draft Rank: 168
- School: Penn St.
Amare
Barno
6
Rnd
10
Pk
EDGE
Position
- School: Virginia Tech
- Height: 6' 5"
- Weight: 246
Cade
Mays
6
Rnd
20
Pk
OT
Position
- Pre-Draft Rank: 199
- School: Georgia
- Height: 6' 5"
- Weight: 311
Kalon
Barnes
7
Rnd
21
Pk
CB
Position
- School: Baylor
- Height: 5' 11"
- Weight: 183
NFC South Standings
| W | L | T | Pct | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | N/A | |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | N/A | |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | N/A | |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | N/A |
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement